Lola Abdujabbarova

My psychology class has changed me a lot this semester. Before, I was mostly studying just to finish my assignments, but in this class I started to think deeper about people, life, and myself. Psychology helped me understand why people act the way they do, and it made me more patient, more open, and more kind. Now I look at people differently. I judge myself less, and I also try not to judge others when they act different, because I understand that everyone has their own story. I started to see the world not only from my eyes, but from other people’s experiences too.

This class also changed how I feel about my education. I came back to school at an older age, and sometimes I worry that maybe I am too late or too slow. But psychology gave me confidence. It showed me that learning has no age, and that my life experience actually helps me understand the topics better. It made me more organized, more strong inside, and more motivated to continue.

I use what I learn every day — at home with my kids, at work with clients, and even with myself. Many lessons touched my heart, like development, stress, aging, the brain, and how relationships work. I feel like psychology didn’t just teach me facts. It changed how I think and how I see the world.

Psychology also supported my career path. I want to become a nurse, and now I understand even more how important it is to know people’s emotions, behavior, and mental health. This class helped me build empathy and communication skills, and it made me more sure about my dream.

I am very grateful for this class and especially for my professor, Dr. Angela Bruch, because she made the learning feel warm and meaningful. Psychology helped me grow as a student, as a worker, as a mother, and as a person.

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